EE Senior Associate / Junior Partner

SUMMARY:
The Senior Associate / Junior Partner will lead the full conveyancing process. The role involves handling complex property matters, ensuring compliance and maintaining high service delivery. The position will combine technical property law knowledge, team mentorship and client-facing responsibilities.

POSITION INFO:
The Person:

• B.Law (LLB), Admitted Attorney and Conveyancer.
• Minimum 5 to 10 years’ experience working in a conveyancing environment.
• Advance knowledge of property law and conveyancing procedures.
• Experience in notarial deeds, subdivisions, consolidations and opening of sectional title registers.

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of numeracy and literacy skills.
• Knowledge of FICA.
• Ability to draft and review legal documents.
• Must be technologically savvy, and be able to work and utilise various conveyancing software programs like stordoc, LexisNexus, etc.

• Draft commercial bonds (mortgage and notarial) for ABSA, Standard Bank, Nedbank, Investec, African Bank, etc.
• Handle all aspects of the conveyancing process, including document preparation, client communication and liaising with relevant parties.
• Handle bonds, property transfers and related legal procedures.
• Facilitate and finalise cancellations.
• Ensure compliance with property laws and regulations.
• Supervise and mentor Conveyancing Paralegals and Candidate Attorneys.
• Act as a key point of contact for complex property transactions.
• Ensure FICA compliance and adhere to the Firm’s compliance policies.

• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Honesty, reliability, and punctuality.
• Ability to work independently and to use initiative.
• Meticulous and ability to pay attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Great interpersonal and management skills.